2021 Ford Explorer

*2021 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD -- Oxford White -- 82,129 Miles*This 2021 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD is a smart choice for shoppers who want three-row space, 4WD confidence, Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified coverage, and a strong reconditioning story. Finished in *Oxford White* with *Ebony Unique Cloth seats*, this Explorer gives you the practicality families need with the all-weather confidence Minnesota drivers appreciate.This Explorer is priced *$2,341 below market average* and *$2,119 below Kelley Blue Book Typical Listing Price*. While it is priced aggressive, the bigger story here is condition, certification, and the amount of work completed during our inspection process.*Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified*This Explorer is *Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified*, giving buyers added confidence on a qualifying pre-owned vehicle. Blue Certified vehicles include a *139-point inspection* and a *90-day/4,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty*.During that thorough inspection and preparation process, our shop identified and addressed important items before offering it for sale. Metropolitan Ford invested *over $6,500 in shop work* on this Explorer, with the major repair being replacement of the *turbocharger*. That is a serious value-add and exactly the kind of work shoppers should want handled before they buy, not after.Blue Certified coverage also includes roadside assistance, a 14-day/1,000-mile Money Back Guarantee, a CARFAX Vehicle History Report, and 11,000 FordPass Rewards Points.*2.3L EcoBoost + 4WD Capability*Power comes from the *2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine* paired with a *10-speed automatic transmission* and 4WD capability. This setup gives the Explorer a good balance of power, efficiency, and all-weather confidence for daily driving, family use, road trips, and whatever else life decides to throw at the calendar.*XLT Comfort and Practicality*This Explorer XLT includes the features shoppers want in a three-row SUV, including heated cloth front seats, 10-way power driver seat, 4-way power passenger seat, tri-zone electronic temperature control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, third-row 50/50 fold-flat seating, power liftgate, privacy glass, roof-rack side rails, Intelligent Access with push-button start, and SecuriCode keyless keypad.*Technology and Safety*This Explorer is equipped with SYNC 3 with 8-inch touchscreen, FordPass Connect with 4G Wi-Fi hotspot capability, rearview camera, reverse sensing system, SiriusXM capability, Ford Co-Pilot360, AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, side-wind stabilization, SOS Post-Crash Alert System, and a full airbag safety system.*Class III Trailer Tow Package*This Explorer also includes the *Class III Trailer Tow Package*, adding extra utility for light towing needs. When properly equipped, the 2021 Explorer with the 2.3L EcoBoost engine and Class III Trailer Tow Package can tow up to *5,300 lbs*, making it useful for small campers, utility trailers, boats, and weekend gear. Combined with 4WD, trailer sway control, and the Explorer's three-row flexibility, it is a practical SUV for families who need more than just seats and cupholders.*CARFAX Highlights*CARFAX shows this is a *CARFAX 1-Owner Vehicle* with 11 service history records, no total loss reported, no structural damage reported, no airbag deployment, no odometer rollback, personal vehicle history, Ford Blue Advantage Blue Certified status, and a *$19,030 Certified CARFAX Retail Value*.CARFAX does show a minor accident reported in 2025 involving another vehicle, with damage noted to the front/right front/right side. CARFAX describes minor damage as usually cosmetic, such as dents or scratches, and airbags did not deploy. CARFAX also shows at least one open recall.*Why This Explorer?*If you are comparing Explorer models, this one deserves a closer look because of the full picture: *Blue Certified coverage, CARFAX 1-owner history, 4WD, three-row seating, Class III Trailer Tow Package with up to 5,300 lbs of towing capacity, heated